Supervisory Firefighter

**Job Title**:Supervisory Firefighter **PP-SRS-GRD**:S-0081-09
**Location**:RAF Croughton **Vacancy Number **VA23 RPA 56917

**Open Date**:16 June 2023 **Close Date **23 June 2023
**Work Hour Per Week **192 hrs. over four weeks **Salary (Per Hour) **£15.87 + 15% = £18.25

**NOTE: Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement**
**Main Purpose**

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Firefighters at the 422 Civil Engineering
Squadron, Royal Air Force Croughton United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Station Chief responsible for oversight and direction of the day-to-day plans and programs associated with the program as well as the operations of a watch which had two or more firefighting crews (including a Crew
Chief and assigned crew) who drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, fight airfield and structural fires, perform crash and rescue operations, and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards. As the Station Chief, you will be expected to provide immediate oversight and direction of day-to-day operations at a fire station for an assigned shift; direct the operation of firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and crash-rescue trucks; oversee the performance of crash
- rescue and firefighting duties. Furthermore, they will oversee the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; hazardous materials containment and control duties; and/or Basic Life
Support duties and oversee the rescue of personnel and immediate first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility.

This position is primarily located at RAF Croughton, however, the incumbent will occasionally be required to work at RAF Fairford as directed by management. The incumbent may be required to use their own private vehicle without reimbursement for additional travel expenses associated with reporting for duty at RAF Croughton.

**Knowledge and Experience Required**:

- Applicants must demonstrate the following:_

1. Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
2. Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
3. Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems.
4. Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate); and skill to operate communications equipment.
5. Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads.
6. Ability to provide supervision and leadership and integrate the actions of a crew(s) under emergency conditions.

**Other Important Information**
- Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies.
- Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
- May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
- A 12-month probationary period will be required.
- Overtime may be required.
- May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary train.

**Other significant facts pertaining to this position are**:
1. Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
2. Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
3. This position is considered operational; therefore the incumbent is entitled to receive an Operational
4. Firefighter Pay Supplement for working an approved USAFE shift pattern. The shift pattern will total 192 hours over a 4 week period.
6. This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
7. The work requires the employee to drive a